POLICE have launched an investigation after a teenager was injured in a road traffic collision.

Cumbria Police is investigating the incident which occurred on Friday, January 7 at around 7:45am.

According to police the collision involved a female pedestrian and a blue Mini at the zebra crossing on Aynam Road, Kendal, near to the footbridge.

The female, a local 17-year-old sustained injuries including a sprain, cuts, and bruises.

Police are appealing for any witnesses to the collision.

A force spokesman said: “Anyone with any information can report it via the online reporting form www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit. You can also contact PC 3162 Dewar-Willox by calling 101.

“Please include the following reference with any report, log 169 of the 7th of January.

“Alternatively, contact independent charity Crimestoppers, completely anonymously on 0800 555 111.”